What are the Applications of Ultrasonic Agitation in Catalysis?
Ultrasonic agitation has found applications in various catalytic processes, such as: - Sonochemical Reactions: It can facilitate sonochemical synthesis where acoustic cavitation aids in forming new chemical bonds. - Environmental Catalysis: Used in water treatment and pollutant degradation, ultrasonic waves enhance the activity of photocatalysts. - Hydrogenation and Dehydrogenation: Ultrasonic agitation improves these reactions by increasing mass transfer and activating the catalyst surface. - Biofuel Production: Ultrasonic waves can enhance the transesterification process in biodiesel production by emulsifying the oil and alcohol phases.
